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KV53 FHN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,169 mi
Last recorded124,169 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 FHN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 124,169 miles

Exhaust back box in poor condition but no apparent leaks of exhaust gas

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from centre box to flexi pipe join (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front registration plate has crack but unlikely to be misread

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre is cracking / perishing in tread and sidewalls

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 124,169 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Exhaust back box in poor condition but no apparent leaks of exhaust gas

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from centre box to flexi pipe join (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front registration plate has crack but unlikely to be misread

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre is cracking / perishing in tread and sidewalls

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 121,589 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 121,585 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH fronts inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 117,525 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and close to wear bars on inside.

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic under-trays not allowing full inspection.

Fail 24 Oct 2016 117,517 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and close to wear bars on inside.

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic under-trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 30 Sep 2015 104,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower wishbone rear bush starting to split

Offside Front Lower wishbone rear bush starting to split

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 92,367 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

Pass 11 Nov 2013 86,054 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 79,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 72,339 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 64,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 55,682 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 47,479 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 38,541 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 30,915 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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KV53 FHN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 FHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV53 FHN registered?

KV53 FHN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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